Danish Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Topping
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mixing the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. In a separate bowl, warm the milk until lukewarm. Stir in the eggs and melted butter. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- 2
Kneading and Rising
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Filling
In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
Assembling the Danish
- 4
Shape the Danish
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into squares and place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture and a spoonful of fruit preserves in the center of each square. Fold the corners of each square toward the center and pinch to seal.
- 5
- 6
Baking
Place the assembled Danish on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Serving
- 7
Serve Warm
Let the Danish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the flavor of the day!
